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Miss Heilala Tau'olunga contest showcases elegance and poise [1]

Nuku'alofa, Tonga

Thursday, July 3, 2025 - 23:09

Miss Current of Love Charity Vava’u, Talita Fainga’a. Miss Heilala Pageant, Tau’olunga, Nuku'alofa. 2 July 2025. Photo: Matangi Tonga.

Miss Tika Way Creations, Malia Toatepi Tonga’uiha. Miss Heilala Pageant, Tau’olunga, Nuku'alofa. 2 July 2025. Photo: Matangi Tonga.

Photos by Tupou Vaipulu Jr.

Report by Katalina Siasau.

Seven Miss Heilala contestants showcased their elegance and poise in the Tau'olunga competition tonight, 3 July, at the Tonga High Indoor Stadium in Nuku'alofa, marking the second show of the Miss Heilala 2025 Pageant.

The traditional Tongan dance performances were beautifully accompanied by kava clubs from across Tongatapu.

The dancers wore variations of the traditional costume made from Tongan flowers and plants. They performed to some famous compositions of Queen Salote Tupou III, including "Siu'ilikutapu," "The 'Upe 'O Manumataongo," and "Leiola."

The top three Tau'olunga dancers will receive cash prizes: the best Tau'olunga will be awarded $1000 pa'anga, the first runner-up $700, and the second runner-up $500.

The panel of judges included 'Alifeleti Falekaono, Fakahoko Taufa; Anelisa Vi, Vatuvei, and Kotoni Siale.

They judged composition, choreography, skill and grace, and the traditional artistry of movement of the contestants.

Miss Lady Maria Australia, Anna-Li Pisa Chou-Lee. Miss Heilala Pageant, Tau’olunga, Nuku'alofa. 2 July 2025. Photo: Matangi Tonga.

Miss S&S USA, Sinivia Tu’avao. Miss Heilala Pageant, Tau’olunga, Nuku'alofa. 2 July 2025. Photo: Matangi Tonga.

Miss Tongatapu 2, Fugaau Elizabeth Amanaki Mafi. Miss Heilala Pageant, Tau’olunga, Nuku'alofa. 2 July 2025. Photo: Matangi Tonga.

Miss Ha’apai Masani, Ati Liliani ‘Olie. Miss Heilala Pageant, Tau’olunga, Nuku'alofa. 2 July 2025. Photo: Matangi Tonga.

Miss Pangaimotu Island, Siosi’ana Taumoepeau. Miss Heilala Pageant, Tau’olunga, Nuku'alofa. 2 July 2025. Photo: Matangi Tonga.
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